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Chris Ramos

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Dynamic Safety Manager with a proven track record at WPM Construction, excelling in incident investigation and safety program development. Achieved significant reductions in accident rates through proactive hazard identification and comprehensive safety audits. Strong communicator, fostering employee engagement and collaboration to enhance workplace safety and compliance with OSHA standards.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Safety Manager

WPM Construction
05.2022 - 05.2025
  • Collaborated with management to develop company-wide safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Conducted thorough accident investigations to identify root causes and prevent future occurrences.
  • Developed and implemented safety programs.
  • Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by implementing comprehensive risk assessments and safety audits.
  • Reduced accident rates through proactive hazard identification, analysis, and mitigation strategies.
  • Leveraged OSHA standards as a basis for developing effective safety protocols tailored to organizational needs.
  • Monitored legislative updates relating to workplace health and safety, ensuring ongoing compliance with regulations.
  • Consistently achieved high levels of employee engagement in safety meetings, fostering an environment focused on continuous improvement.
  • Managed relationships with regulatory agencies while maintaining open lines of communication for inspections and compliance reviews.
  • Cultivated strong working relationships with cross-functional teams, facilitating collaborative efforts to maintain a safe and healthy workplace for all employees.
  • Assessed new equipment acquisitions for potential hazards before integration into the workplace environment.

Safety Manager

Pesado Construction
04.2020 - 05.2022
  • Identified workforce safety violations and issued violations to maintain integrity of safety program.
  • Assisted in accident investigations to determine root causes, prevent future occurrences, and maintain a safe work environment.
  • Served as a resource for employees seeking guidance on specific safety-related issues or concerns within their respective roles.
  • Supported new hire orientation programs by delivering engaging safety presentations that emphasized the importance of maintaining a safe work environment.
  • Conducted ongoing job safety analysis for conformity to personal protective equipment guidelines and occupational safety procedures.
  • Increased employee awareness of safety practices through consistent communication and education on safe work procedures.
  • Conducted regular reviews of safety documentation and procedures to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Pipelayer

Yantis Construction
07.2018 - 04.2020
  • Assembled and installed underground pipe, fittings, and valves of various sizes.
  • Used hand signals to direct equipment operators and alert to hazards.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by consistently following standard operating procedures and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
  • Handled all repairs for sanitary and storm water sewer structures and pipe systems.
  • Observed all safety measures and company equipment policies to prevent job site accidents.
  • Maximized team performance by providing mentorship and guidance to less experienced crew members, fostering a culture of learning and growth.

Education

William H. Taft H.S
San Antonio, TX
06.1999

Skills

  • Incident investigation
  • Implementing policies
  • Safety program development
  • Hazard identification
  • Safety audits
  • Accident investigation
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Risk identification

Certification

OSHA 30

OSHA 70E

OSHA 510

Confined space

CPR/First Aid

Timeline

Safety Manager

WPM Construction
05.2022 - 05.2025

Safety Manager

Pesado Construction
04.2020 - 05.2022

Pipelayer

Yantis Construction
07.2018 - 04.2020

William H. Taft H.S
Chris Ramos